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  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 7, 2018
  • May 26, 2025

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Discover New York's architecture by simply taking a photo. Identify buildings, learn their history, architects, and construction year. Explore further with external links and save your favorites for later.

Identify architecture with photos
Learn building history and architects
Explore buildings via external links
Save favorite buildings
Covers popular NYC neighborhoods
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What's New in Labyl

2.6.2

May 26, 2025

You can now explore the app without logging in! Access limited features instantly and see what we offer before signing up. Everything you love is still here—just better, faster, and more future-ready than ever!

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User reviews

The building app of my dreams

I walk this city to death and am constantly coming up with questions about the buildings around me, big and small. I wonder, “what’s their story?” But no time to start going down the google rabbit hole. Well, now I know - just like Shazam and music, Labyl gives me that instant gratification of learning about these structures. I love it; it’s awesome! The app is super easy to use, incredibly informative without being pedantic, and most of all, FUN! Now I am just waiting for them to expand it to the Upper West Side and Harlem. Hurry up, Labyl! I need my fix!
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Great app for architects and architecture enthusiasts!

This app uses photos and location tracking to share historical facts and info about buildings in Nyc. It’s pretty useful to discover how old buildings are as well as info about the architects and developers especially while you’re on the go!
I do wish the scrollable text area would be bigger so it’s not just all scrunched at the bottom. All around, cool idea.
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FAQ

What is Labyl?

Labyl is an award-winning architectural wayfinding app that allows users to identify buildings in New York City by taking a photo. It provides information on the building's history, architect, and construction year, with links for further exploration.

What areas of New York does Labyl cover?

Labyl includes popular neighborhoods and destinations such as Chelsea, West Village, the Highline, and lower Manhattan, featuring over 500 buildings in its database.

Who is Labyl designed for?

Labyl is designed for tourists, students, architecture enthusiasts, and professionals who are interested in exploring and learning about New York's built environment.

How does Labyl's photo identification work?

You can simply take a photo of an interesting building, and Labyl will identify it, providing details about its history, architect, and construction year.

Can I save buildings I like with Labyl?

Yes, Labyl allows you to save your favorite buildings so you can easily access them later at your leisure.

Is Labyl available on Android devices?

Labyl is currently supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. Information regarding Android availability is not provided.

How often is Labyl updated?

The latest version of Labyl is 2.6.2, which was last updated on May 26, 2025. This indicates a commitment to regular updates and improvements.

Does Labyl have ads?

No, Labyl does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any ad interruptions.